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Eight wickets to fast bowlers on a 14-wicket day: Galle Test refuses to follow the script
Fourteen wickets, eight to fast bowlers and another day of twists in Galle. India squandered a dominant position with a 193-run second innings before their bowlers hit back, leaving Sri Lanka needing 288 more on the final day. The Test, much like the weather, has refused to follow the script.
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Barcelona sign Rodri from Man City: Spain captain joins star-studded squad
Barcelona has officially announced the signing of Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City. The accomplished midfielder has signed a contract keeping him at the club until 2030. Rodri arrives after playing a central role in Spain’s World Cup triumph and winning the Ballon d’Or. This move strengthens Barcelona’s squad for their third consecutive La Liga…
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Eight wickets to fast bowlers on a 14-wicket day: Galle Test refuses to follow the script
Fourteen wickets, eight to fast bowlers and another day of twists in Galle. India squandered a dominant position with a 193-run second innings before their bowlers hit back, leaving Sri Lanka needing 288 more on the final day. The Test, much like the weather, has refused to follow the script.
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1st Test: India on verge of massive win as Sri Lanka four down in chase of 372
India are on the brink of victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka, having pulled the hosts down to just 84 runs for four wickets. Rishabh Pant’s explosive innings of 66 has paved the way for a challenging target. Sri Lanka now confronts a daunting task on the final day, as India’s bowlers tighten…
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After 1,800 km dash, reserves Surya-Pramuthesh endure golden point heartbreak
A surprise call-up turned a Karnataka State Championships exit into a World Championships debut for mixed doubles team Ashith Surya and Amrutha Pramuthesh. The Indian reserves flew 1,800 km to Delhi and pushed Turkey’s Emre Sonmez and Uasemen Bektas through a 73-minute thriller, losing despite seven match points. Their defeat featured the first golden point…
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‘Not tough’: Sreejesh’s blunt take on India-Pakistan Hockey World Cup clash
India’s Hockey World Cup campaign hinges on a vital match against Pakistan. A victory will secure their progression to the tournament’s second round. Former captain PR Sreejesh noted changes in the India-Pakistan rivalry’s competitive edge. He also advised the team to adopt a higher defensive pressing strategy. Harmanpreet Singh’s leadership extends significantly beyond the hockey…
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‘That’s a bad one’: Manjrekar, Kartik’s on-air banter turns ugly – Watch
Former India cricketers Sanjay Manjrekar and Murali Kartik get into an awkward exchange during the Galle Test broadcast. What begins as playful banter over Manjrekar’s facial expression soon turns personal, with both taking digs at each other’s appearance. Manjrekar eventually acknowledges that they are approaching a line and warns, “We are both going to cross…
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‘We had to make sure to put pressure back on them’: Padikkal after Day 4
Devdutt Padikkal says India’s aggressive approach and disciplined bowling have put them in a strong position against Sri Lanka in Galle. He highlights the importance of adapting his technique for red-ball cricket, praises Sai Sudharsan and KL Rahul, and calls Rishabh Pant “great entertainment.” Padikkal also notes that the pitch is turning more as the…
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Hockey WC qualification scenarios: What India need vs Pakistan
India have to beat or draw against Pakistan to keep their hopes of reaching the second round alive. England are currently top of Pool D with six points. India are second with three points, while Pakistan and Wales have one point each after two matches. The top two teams from each pool will move into…
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Ashwin reveals the Manjrekar criticism he initially hated but later called a ‘guru’
After facing backlash during his first tour to Australia, Ravichandran Ashwin experienced a strong critique from Sanjay Manjrekar that stung him deeply. However, rather than succumbing to negativity, Ashwin leveraged this feedback to enhance his bowling skills and fitness. In a surprising move, he later reached out to Manjrekar to express gratitude for the constructive…